Netala - Joshiyara, Uttarkashi
Netala is a village situated in the Joshiyara tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Bhatwari and around 8 km from Uttarkashi. Naitala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Netala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Netala is 040768. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.39 hectares and falls under the 249193 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Netala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Netala
According to the 2011 Census, Netala village had a total population of 1,311 people, including 680 males and 631 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.56%, with male literacy at 95.19% and female literacy at 66.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 273.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,311 | 680 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 140 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 951 | 574 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 106 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Netala
Netala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Netala
Netala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Netala is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Netala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Netala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Netala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Netala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Netala
Where is Netala located?
Netala village is located in Joshiyara Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Netala?
The Gram Panchayat of Netala is Naitala.
What is the pincode of Netala?
The pincode of Netala is 249193.
What is the population of Netala?
Netala had a total population of 1,311, including 680 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Netala?
Netala had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Netala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Netala was 81.56%. Male literacy was 95.19% and female literacy was 66.96%.